1969 Small Block Alternator
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Heel & Toe
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From: Denver Colorado
1969 Small Block Alternator
I have a 1969 Corvette small block. I got it from my in laws after it sat for 3 plus years and have been tinkering with it in my very limited spare time, and even more limited car knowledge. While driving it, the alternator started making a grinding clicking noise. I assume that it needs to be replaced. It seems relatively easy to replace, but considering I have no clue what I am doing, I have a few questions.
1. Does the sound described mean the alternator needs to be replaced, or am I missing something simple.
2. I am planning on putting an upgraded stereo in the car, along with LED headlights and taillight and may eventually put in an electric fan, should I get a more robust alternator? What Obstacles would this create for me?
3. Nothing on the car is stock, original or accurate, keeping that in mind, any recommendations on alternators?
Thanks!
1. Does the sound described mean the alternator needs to be replaced, or am I missing something simple.
2. I am planning on putting an upgraded stereo in the car, along with LED headlights and taillight and may eventually put in an electric fan, should I get a more robust alternator? What Obstacles would this create for me?
3. Nothing on the car is stock, original or accurate, keeping that in mind, any recommendations on alternators?
Thanks!
Team Owner
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Hi rt,
Syl's right about the alternator, (if it's an original), having some value.
People would be interested in it for it's case and the part number and date stamped on it.
They'd also be interested in the original aged finish on the case so don't bother to clean it at this point.
Regards,
Alan
Syl's right about the alternator, (if it's an original), having some value.
People would be interested in it for it's case and the part number and date stamped on it.
They'd also be interested in the original aged finish on the case so don't bother to clean it at this point.
Regards,
Alan
Last edited by Alan 71; Apr 9, 2015 at 12:45 PM.
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I have a 1969 Corvette small block. I got it from my in laws after it sat for 3 plus years and have been tinkering with it in my very limited spare time, and even more limited car knowledge. While driving it, the alternator started making a grinding clicking noise. I assume that it needs to be replaced. It seems relatively easy to replace, but considering I have no clue what I am doing, I have a few questions.
1. Does the sound described mean the alternator needs to be replaced, or am I missing something simple.
2. I am planning on putting an upgraded stereo in the car, along with LED headlights and taillight and may eventually put in an electric fan, should I get a more robust alternator? What Obstacles would this create for me?
3. Nothing on the car is stock, original or accurate, keeping that in mind, any recommendations on alternators?
Thanks!
1. Does the sound described mean the alternator needs to be replaced, or am I missing something simple.
2. I am planning on putting an upgraded stereo in the car, along with LED headlights and taillight and may eventually put in an electric fan, should I get a more robust alternator? What Obstacles would this create for me?
3. Nothing on the car is stock, original or accurate, keeping that in mind, any recommendations on alternators?
Thanks!
Thanks
r
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Heel & Toe
Joined: Jun 2014
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From: Denver Colorado
Thanks everyone. I'll take a picture of it and post it along with any numbers I can see later tonight. Being original isn't what I am going for, but if I could sell it and offset the cost of a new one that would be great, but I have my doubts.
Any recommendations on new alternators? Brand, voltage?
This is what I am looking at.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/su...rview/make/gmc
Again, thanks for all of the help.
Any recommendations on new alternators? Brand, voltage?
This is what I am looking at.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/su...rview/make/gmc
Again, thanks for all of the help.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2002
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From: Beringen
I recently purchased a CS130 through ebay.
Had it on a test bench and put out ca. 110 amps at 1500 rpm.
It's a Chinese knockoff apparently. Still have to see how long it's going to keep up. On the bench it was working correctly.
The shop said to upgrade the charge wire to the starter to 10 mm². Big cable but a necessity.
Had it on a test bench and put out ca. 110 amps at 1500 rpm.
It's a Chinese knockoff apparently. Still have to see how long it's going to keep up. On the bench it was working correctly.
The shop said to upgrade the charge wire to the starter to 10 mm². Big cable but a necessity.
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